Almond Maize Horchata
A spin on the traditional, sweet, milky drink popular in Spain and Latin America and one of my absolute favs!. I’m using Maizly corn milk in the secondary step, as well as Lark Ellen Farms sprouted almonds – both lend added creaminess and fiber. Since this recipe can be made in advance, it’s perfect for any game day or brunch gathering. Stir well and serve well chilled with plenty of ice!
PREP TIME
20 minutes
COOK TIME
00 minute
INGREDIENTS
9
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Basmati Rice, UNCOOKED
- 3 whole3 whole3 whole Cinnamon Stick, Whole, divided
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Organic Sprouted Almonds - Lark Ellen Farm
- 3 cups3 cups3 cups Hot Water, NOT boiling
- 2 cups2 cups2 cups Cornmilk - Maizly
- .5 - .75 cup.5 - .75 cup.5 - .75 cup Pure Maple Syrup, or sweetener of choice
- .5 tsp.5 tsp.5 tsp Vanilla Extract, optional
- .25 tsp.25 tsp.25 tsp Vanilla Baking SALT - am.Niccoli
- 1.25 tsp1.25 tsp1.25 tsp Cinnamon, Ground, optional garnish
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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Add rice and one cinnamon stick to the base of a high powered blender. Pulverize until ground up well, then pour into a glass container.
- Add almonds and the two remaining cinnamon sticks to the ground up rice. Pour in hot water, not boiling, stir well and cover. Let mixture sit overnight on the counter top.
- Next day, pour this entire mixture into the base of a high powered blender and add the corn milk. Blend until very smooth, the amount of time will vary depending on the blender you are using.
- Strain through a nutbag, cheesecloth lined mesh strainer or your preferred method for best results. You may need to strain it a few times for desired texture.
- Once strained, pour into a serving container and sweeten. Start by adding ½ cup maple syrup, stir well and taste. If it’s not sweet enough for you add a little bit more as well as the vanilla, salt and ground cinnamon, if using. Chill for best enjoyment and serve over ice with a dash of ground cinnamon!
Notes
If the beverage is too “thick” for your tastes, add a bit more Maizly (or water) as needed to achieve desired consistency.
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Beverages Dairy Free Egg Free FODMAP Free Gluten Free Nightshade Free Pescetarian Plant Based Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free Vegan Vegetarian| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 539 |
| Fat: | 33 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 55 g |
| Protein: | 14 g |
| Cholesterol: | 0 g |
| Sodium: | 188 mg |
| Fiber: | 11 g |
| Sugars: | 31 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated for total recipe. | |
13 responses to “Almond Maize Horchata”
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This looks divine and so refreshingly delish! 🙂
Awww, thank you! It’s delightfully light, creamy & so refreshing!!
I love horchata, this looks incredible!
Oh Debbie…you’re in for a real treat!!!
Michelle this is genius!! Must try!
Thanks Leah, it’s really such a family fav here!
Looks really great! I’ve never heard of a drink like this. Thanks for the inspo <3
Thanks so much Vic, it’s a classic for us…hope you enjoy!
Wow! This looks so delicious! I had no idea that Horchata had rice in it! I love that you added the almonds!
everything you make is magical, Michelle!!! how fun is this recipe! 😍😍😍
This looks so creamy and delicious! What a fun idea!
WOW! WOW! WOW! You nailed it again, Michelle! These sounds so refreshing and incredibly delicious!
I love Horchata! Brilliant idea!